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Fidel Castro Part 6: The Cuban Missile Crisis

Real Dictators

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Escalation of Tensions: Castro's Gamble with the Soviets

This chapter delves into the aftermath of the Bay of Pigs invasion, focusing on Fidel Castro's alignment with the Soviet Union and the subsequent military build-up in Cuba. It also highlights Castro's bold public statements, particularly during his UN visit, which emphasized his revolutionary stance against American influence.

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